about DuckDuckGo
DuckDuckGo is a browser with a difference. It's not like other browsers. It doesn't ask you to log in with a user account or to enter an email address or similar information. Blocks most trackers before loadingOur third-party tracker load protection goes above and beyond the default features of most commonly used browsers. The app does not track its users. All your data will remain on your device. The app even partially blocks third-party cookies and personal information will ever reaching DuckDuckGo's servers.
functionality
-Get rid of fingerprinting: blocking attempts to merge browser and device information makes it harder for companies to create unique identifiers for you.
-Automatically enforces encryption: prevents web and Wi-Fi snoopers from stealing your data by forcing many websites to use HTTPS connections.
-Enable built-in email protection: Block most email trackers and hide your existing email address with a duck.com address.
bright spot
-We offer many protections that most browsers don't, even in private browsing mode, including protection against link tracking, AMP tracking, and more.
-Protect your privacy in other apps: Utilize App Tracking Protection to block most hidden app trackers in other apps day and night, preventing third-party companies from invading your privacy.
-The feature uses a VPN connection, but not a VPN. It runs locally on your device and does not collect personal data.
dominance
1. Global Privacy Controls is designed to help you automatically express your right to opt-out by telling websites not to sell or share your personal information. Whether you can use it to exercise your legal rights depends on the laws of your jurisdiction.
2. Signal your privacy preferences through the Global Privacy Control (GPC) built into our app.
3. Use the Fire Button to clear tabs and browsing data instantly.
4. Eliminate cookie pop-ups and automatically set preferences to minimize cookies and maximize privacy.
5. Subscribe to Privacy Protection Pro:
-Take back your privacy without waiting. Join the millions of users who use DuckDuckGo to protect many of your daily online activities with one app. It's all about privacy, made simple.
-Our VPN: Secure your connection on up to 5 devices.
-Personal Information Deletion: Find and delete personal information from websites that store and sell personal information (accessed on the desktop).